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27 Sep

A little peek of Hitched

categories Bits + Pieces, Details + Decor, DIY Wedding, Events

So while we do need a bit more time to put together our projects, we figured many of you are dying to see how the actual event turned out. And frankly, ladies, we can’t wait to share. Here’s a few snaps from around the event and a peek of our table and projects. HOPEFULLY one the lovely lady photogs, who were absolutely shooting their fingers off, have photos too because we came up woefully short in the documentation department when it comes to our table. Charley, Sarah, Bonnie, Annie? Any of you beauties have photos you might want to share?

In the meantime, here are some little bits for yous:

Plurabelle‘s gorgeous lettering in the Urbanic set up (which was also v. v. cute), and a nifty paint by numbers situation set up by Bash, Please. And a few bits of their awesome tablescape below.

The Smilebooth.

Enjoy! Cupcakes. Man, those were GOOD.

And the goody bag cubbies, with our most delicious homemade chocolate chip cookies, (those unsightly grease spots just mean we use lots of real butter for extra deliciousness.), Flashdance CDs (definitely a hot commodity if you don’t already have your own collection), and leave it to Danielle from Brown Paper Design to find anemones in September. Hopefully you’ve got a good supplier, lady, because you’re going to have brides knocking down your door! And there were tons more cute pressies too.

And some of our set up:

Vintage shears from Kate’s Paperie. Aren’t they the cutest? We couldn’t resist.

Our fabric and ribbon chandelier that hung over our table. You guys, it’s SUCH an easy project and adds so much to your decor!

Record jacket chargers! And vintage flower frog place card holders. Spray paint is our new best friend.

Our black kraft paper table runner, gussied up with ribbon and lace. (Pictured with an Heirloom LA cocktail. Sooooooooooooo delicious. So.)

And of course just a teeny bit of bunting. Which might end up at one of your weddings, if you’re lucky. Stay tuned.

We’ll be posting tutorials on the following projects during the next few weeks:

Fabric & ribbon chandelier
Colored mason jars
Farmer’s market flowers
Paper table runner
Paper rosettes

This is going to be fun.

27 Sep

Real wedding: Marissa + Caleb

categories DIY Wedding, Neat Venues, Pretty Paper, Real Weddings

Morning, cakelets! Last week was a bit crazy around here prepping for Hitched, which was like easily the cutest thing we’ve ever attended. Those of you who stopped by to say hi, it was so great to meet you! We can’t tell you how exciting it is to actually meet people in person who read our blog. We have tons of projects to show you, and eventually of course we’ll show the official event photos, but we need another day to get those rolling. And if you check back in a few hours, we’ll have a little peek of the event ready to share. So for now, how about a super cute farm wedding to start the week?

Marissa and Caleb went crazy with the details and projects, all of which are great. But the venue really shines. Farm, barn, old stone foundation-y type thing. It’s all pretty amazing. And then there’s the “entrance” to their ceremony that they built themselves. Plenty of handmade details to reflect their individual taste and interests, thanks to this very crafty bride and her very crafty friends.

AND they only had four months to plan because they wanted to be married on their five year dating anniversary. You see? Anything is possible with proper inspiration and helpful friends!

Marissa made these genius invitations herself. Yes, that is a playlist on digital vinyl, and yes, those are owls. Very cute, right?

Taking the guestbook to the next level with “leaf” thumbprints on a giant poster, courtesy of their illustrator friend Daniel Bressette. What an awesome thing to be able to hang in your home, too. Oh – & adorable fabric hankies for tears of joy. How cute.

Wait, and a map of the wedding itself. Mmmmmm.

And of course they even have giant grasshoppers in attendance.

Here’s that super amazing vintage wooden entrance we mentioned. Is that not the perfect way to enter an outdoor wedding? Bonus – it was built by her uncle.

It really doesn’t get more vintage than ancient stone walls- what a brilliant choice for a reception location.

Well hello, little cake toppers! Aren’t you silly and cute?

Ahh, the night photos. Enchanting, don’t you think?

The perfect way to end a completely captivating and magical day. Love every bit of it, Marissa & Caleb.

Venue + Catering: Kellum Valley Farm in Cleveland, GA / Photography: W. Scott Chester Photography / Wedding + Groom’s cakes: Razzle Dazzle Bakery / Music: Sue at jb JAMS / Photobooth: The Majestic Photobooth Company / Guestbook, “Weddingland” map + comic strip: Daniel Bressette / Invites: designed + assembled by the bride, sleeves printed by Dorado Music Packaging / Flowers: Kasey Currie from Cumming, GA

Check out W. Scott Chester Photography in our Vendor Guide.

24 Sep

Sneak peek

categories Real Weddings

It’s been an insane week of showcasing amazing DIY wedding inspiration while creating our own DIY craft madness for Hitched. We look forward to seeing you back here on Monday to share how this couple takes their DIY wedding to new heights.

Happy weekending!

23 Sep

Hitched event sneak peek!

categories Bits + Pieces, Events

Today’s the day that all you west coast guys and gals have been waiting for…the Hitched Event is finally here. Amanda and Kristina have been crafting their little fingers off…sewing, cutting, spraying, painting and yes, baking! You won’t want to miss all they have in store. Stop by our booth and say hi!

photos by: Scott Clark Photo

23 Sep

xoxo engagement sesh

categories Engagements

We’re dying for these “xoxo” balloons! We’ve seen them floating around the Louis Vuitton window front and now seeing them used for this engagement sesh is just beyond adorable.